“RAREST of the RARE: ARP Odyssey Mk I (Late Model 2800-1974-5). This is a two-oscillator analog synthesizer, and one of the first with duophonic capabilities (the ability to play two notes at the same time). This allows you to get that wonderful “guitar-like” distortion when used with Distortion/Flange effects.that bands like Ultravox used to good measure as a lead synth. These early models have a sound like no others.” Link

” This was a strange storage unit auction find in the midwest. I don’t know the story with the clear body, but I’ve never seen another one like it.

The roadcase it comes in is worn on the outside, but the foam inside is still good.

Here’s what’s been done to it:

~ All sliders were removed, cleaned, lubricated and reinstalled
~ All remaining controls were cleaned
~ The keyboard was completely disassembled, cleaned, rebushed, and all contacts were cleaned and adjusted
~ All tantalum power decoupling caps were replaced with electrolytic capacitors
~ The power supply board was re-capped and calibrated
~ The 4075 filter module was removed, recapped, and modified for increased cutoff frequency response
~ The original multicolored (now badly discolored) set of slider caps were replaced with a new, all white set. I’ll include the original slider caps for anyone interested.
~ Full calibration of all functions.” Link

“RAREST of the RARE: ARP Odyssey Mk I (Late Model 2800-1974-5). This is a two-oscillator analog synthesizer, and one of the first with duophonic capabilities (the ability to play two notes at the same time). This allows you to get that wonderful “guitar-like” distortion when used with Distortion/Flange effects.that bands like Ultravox used to good measure as a lead synth.
I used this in my home studio back in the day before it went into temp-controlled storage. NEVER USED ON THE ROAD/GIGGING. Smoke-Free environment always. Hence the museum quality condition. Please look at the pictures-Even the slider caps are all original!

I just had a full, cost-no-object service completed by one of the top analog synth techs in the USA (see some of the sample parts replaced in last pic): Trim Pot, Filter Caps, Sliders, etc. – Including a full set of Key Guides – so plays AS-NEW! NOTE: This is not a Mark II, even though it is Black, not White. Late models were done like this, hence there is no CV/Gate on back panel. Like I said, Super Rare. ” Link

“ARP Odyssey used on countless records in the 70’s and 80’s at Cherokee Studios (home to over 300 gold and platinum records).

This synthesizer seems to be working very well. All sliders recently cleaned, defective sliders replaced with NOS replacements. New keyboard bushings installed. Oscillators and filter recently calibrated. It’s in very good physical condition.

This is a piece of musical history – used on countless recordings by some of the biggest artists in the world since the 1970’s. This studio has possibly more gold records than any studio in the world during this particular period.” Link

“The Odyssey is a two-oscillator analog synthesizer, and one of the first with capabilities (the ability to play two notes at the same time). One potential appeal of the Odyssey is the fact that all parameters, including a resonant low-pass filter, a non-resonant high-pass filter, and AR envelopes, a triangle (not sine) and square wave LFO, and a sample-and-hold function are controllable with sliders and switches on the front panel. This is the 1st generation Mk I produced from 1972-75. It’s has a couple modifications, LFO syn, and Mono/Duo. These were professionally done for the studio it came out of. It has been celebrity used on major songs and soundtracks. It’s in great condition. The video attachment is a similar synth, but without the mods on this one. Super clean.” Link

“This is possibly the best deal you will find on a VINTAGE ARP Odyssey Mk II 2810 circa 1975 (this is NOT one of the new Korg imitation reissues). It has been professionally refurbished by LA Synth Co. (docs provided) All the sliders cleaned and lubed, connections cleaned and all the key bushings replaced. Though this is a mkII it has some mk1 ‘crossover’ features: the rotary pitch bend knob and contains the original highly sought-after 4035 4-pole filter famously ‘borrowed’ by ARP from the Moog filter of the same era.
ALSO INCLUDED:
-ORIGINAL Anvil road case with brand new freshly installed foam.
-ORIGINAL “Instant Odyssey” patch templates which include 2 blanks for your own custom sounds
-Copies of Odyssey user manual and patch book (I never had originals)
-Monster cable audiophile RCA>¼” output cord.

It’s all original except for 4 rubber feet I recently added, (originals were missing) and slider caps are missing on VCO, Keyboard CV and HPF sliders. These are available online, if you feel the need to replace.
It sounds and works awesome, you will be thrilled to conjure up all of the original famous sounds of the ’70’s and early 80’s as only a 100% analogue ARP Odyssey can. ” Link

“A nice example of an ARP Odyssey Mk 1 black face from c1975. This instrument comes with a modern bespoke flight case and a full pdf copy of the extensive users manual. The cosmetic shape of the instrument is very nice with only minor blemishes for it’s 42 years of service. Functionally it all performs nicely. The bottom c of the keyboard sticks a bit but plays as it should. All in all this is a really nice example of this iconic synth.” Link

“Hi there, this is a lovely example of the Mk3 Odyssey, all parameters working, recently serviced, recapped power supply and in great condition for its age. Please see photos and check my feedback for your buyer confidence. ” Link

“This was a strange storage unit auction find in the midwest. I don’t know the story with the clear body, but I’ve never seen another one like it.

The roadcase it comes in is worn on the outside, but the foam inside is still good.

Here’s what’s been done to it:

~ All sliders were removed, cleaned, lubricated and reinstalled
~ All remaining controls were cleaned
~ The keyboard was completely disassembled, cleaned, rebushed, and all contacts were cleaned and adjusted
~ All tantalum power decoupling caps were replaced with electrolytic capacitors
~ The power supply board was re-capped and calibrated
~ The 4075 filter module was removed, recapped, and modified for increased cutoff frequency response
~ The original multicolored (now badly discolored) set of slider caps were replaced with a new, all white set. I’ll include the original slider caps for anyone interested.
~ Full calibration of all functions.” Link

“An original ARP Odyssey Mk 1 (black face) c1975. This example is in overall very nice condition. The low c on the keyboard sticks slightly but plays fine. All other aspects are in good order. Comes with a bespoke flight case (modern). Happy bidding” Link

Superb example of an original white-face Arp Odyssey in excellent working order. Serviced and calibrated by a top synth tech; these old synths require a great deal of specialist TLC to get them up to scratch. This one plays very well and sounds stunning.

Now reissued by Korg, this is a chance to buy an iconic original in excellent order. Effectively a hard-wired compact version of the monster Arp 2800, the Odyssey is revered for its signature sweeps, leads and bass sounds – like an albino time machine, it transports you back to the golden age of analogue synthesis.

Condition is excellent with only a few scratches and scuffs to the case, most of which are on the back of the unit. See detailed photos for more information.

NOTE: This one’s had a very cool modification – you can switch between the (original) duophonic mode, to monophonic, plus it has CV and Gate inputs which are tested and working.

It has had an extensive service with new bushings installed, key contacts and sliders/switches cleaned. The synth has been re-calibrated and is sounding superb.” Link

“The Odyssey is a two-oscillator analog synthesizer, and one of the first with capabilities (the ability to play two notes at the same time). One potential appeal of the Odyssey is the fact that all parameters, including a resonant low-pass filter, a non-resonant high-pass filter, and AR envelopes, a triangle (not sine) and square wave LFO, and a sample-and-hold function are controllable with sliders and switches on the front panel. This is the 1st generation Mk I produced from 1972-75. It’s has a couple modifications, LFO syn, and Mono/Duo. These were professionally done for the studio it came out of. It has been celebrity used on major songs and soundtracks. It’s in great condition.” Link

“Rarest of the Odyssey versions with “4035” filter, which has the Moog ladder topology. While this doesn’t sound like a Minimoog it sounds very similar to the “4012” filter used in the black/grey 2600.

Has factory CV/gate (see photos)

Condition as seen — note small piece missing out of upper right corner which is most visible in the 4th photo.” Link

“This is an original Arp Odyssey Mk3 manufactured between 1978-1981 and of all three versions the sound does differ between them.
Its said all three versions differ, this has the beefier 4-pole filter and its the Mk3 which is the most stable and of course has the CV/gate option.

As you can see from the pictures the synth has some wear and tear but no offensive marks or blemishes for a synth almost 40 years old!
Things to note, there is wear and tear on the side cheeks, small rust spots to the right of the face and a small dent on the back of the chassis.

In pointing out the markings, this no way affects the synth performance and has been thoroughly tested prior to listing which is studio ready and live performance!” Link

“Rarest of the vintage Odyssey versions with “4035” filter (Moog ladder topology). While it doesn’t sound like a Minimoog it does sound very close to the “4012” filter on the standard (black/grey) 2600, with a nice round, musical resonance and great bass response at zero resonance.

Has factory CV/gate interface for integration into the modern studio (apparently standard for the first time with MkII, the white/MkI units generally do not have this).

Condition as seen — note small piece missing out of the upper right corner, which is most visible in the fourth photo, but can be seen if you look carefully at the main photo.” Link

Keyboard POWERS ON ( Power Switch lights )
Keys all work
Sliders move freely, but a bit stiffly, probably could use some lubrication

3 slider knobs are missing – on the Course and Fine VCO 1 controls and the Portamento
(on the VCO 1 both of the switch shafts are broken off )

The Transpose switch does not work
SWITCHES move up and down freely See Photos
Buyer understands that WE CANNOT GUARANTEE that the UNIT WORKS PERFECTLY ( it’s old ), and BUYER understand it MIGHT NEED Some TL even though it makes sounds ” Link

” For sale is an Arp Odyssey vintage analog synthesizer. This unit is in great shape cosmetically, looks very clean. It also just got back from servicing. Apparently previous owner had tried some DIY repairs and done a poor job of it, and it came to me needing work. I sent it to a professional tech that completed servicing it did a nice job cleaning the internals, securing all the boards in place, replacing necessary capacitors, rebuilding the keyboard (plays very nice), servicing the sliders (they all move smoothly). Two of the sliders were replaced with the newer LED lit sliders.

It’s 98% functional at this point, all the features working as they should. The only issue is the tracking on the oscillators. If they are tuned together while playing a single note, they will get out of tune with each other the further up or down the keyboard you move away from the starting tuning note. After about an octave is becomes somewhat noticeable and at 2 octaves there is definite detuning sound. This is the last step the tech did not have time to troubleshoot. Otherwise it is working great.

I believe this to be a MkI internally but with the black/gold case and a knob style tuning section (unlike the push pads on MkIIs and MkIII). So probably a late MkI during a transition period between Mk1 and Mk2. It has the Arp 4023 filter. The serial plate/number is missing (and oddly there is a 3260 model serial number on this but it is not related to Odyssey model number). These old Odyssey’s have such a great tone and the newer Korgs, while great recreations, don’t quite capture the beauty of the originals. Check out the pictures for more details.” Link

” NICE PHYSICAL CONDITION w/ minimal scuffs & scratches
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Keyboard POWERS ON ( Power Switch lights )
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Keys ALL WORK – – hard to tell if perfectly in tune, until someone adjusts it – or recondition it – ( we do not know how to )
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SLIDERS move freely, but a bit stiffly, probably could use some lubrication, left that up to the new owner ( few sliders have knob ends missing )
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SWITCHES move up and down freely – – NOTE: – – 1 Switch is missing ( S/H – – ADSR ) See Photos
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Hard to tell if the keyboard works perfectly, unless you know how to use it – ( We Don’t ) – sounds like both 1&2 osollators work – sliders do seem to modify the sounds
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Because we do not know how to correctly use this machine, Buyer understands that WE CANNOT GUARANTEE that the UNIT WORKS PERFECTLY ( it’s old ), ” Link

“For sale an original vintage ARP Odyssey with some great modifications :
LFO, ADSR and AR have each a 3-positions switch: fast, normal or slow speed. 2nd LFO with 2 waveshapes, depth controllable with PPC, speed controllable with added pot, additional triangle waveform for both oscillators combinable with original waveforms at the VCF input. VCF cutoff can be modulated by each oscillator’s added sine waveform.
Works and sounds like a charm, try to get it while it’s still available !” Link

“This one is in beautiful cosmetic condition and working 100%. It has just been serviced and with a lot of restoration. As you can see, this is an original, earlier white model 2800 and not a Chinese made, Japanese replica of an American classic. It is ready to be played and needs nothing! ” Link

“Vintage 70’s? Arp Odyssey PPC. Has been in storage for years. Last tested powers up with only one slider producing spaceship like noise. Many slider caps and chassis screws missing. Exterior is very nice condition for its age. Great project for anyone looking for an authentic 100% analog synth.” Link

“vintage 1972 fully restored and serviced by anolog lab this was my fathers so the faceplate was kept the way he had it easily replaceable see photos but apart from that has been restored to specs it has new everything will be shipped with 4000 dollar insurance ” Link

“Up for sale is our original ARP Odyssey MKIII. NOT the inferior weak sounding Korg. This is the real deal.

We’ve owned it it and used it for the past 10 years here in our studio. Never gigged in our possession. Look at the pics.. Pretty sure it’s never been gigged. It looks fantastic.

We had it overhauled by a veteran analog synth tech last year. Some sliders replaced with original Arp NOS.
it was all calibrated and power supply tech’d too. Works and looks great. But sold as is due to how temperamental these old synths can be. I’ll upload a YouTube video of it being played in a few. All sliders, buttons, switches and jacks work. The HPF slider has a dead spot once in a while but works.” Link

“Cosmetic condition is a fair minus. Both instruments suffered some finish damage from where they were stored in a case for an extensive period of time. Both these items have had extensive restoration service and look great on the inside. Full control panel cleaning. Power supplies have been totally rebuilt and premium caps were used. ICs and opamps have been placed into sockets and replaced, new cts trimmer pots throughout both instruments, new keyboard bushings, new set of white slider caps, all the hardware had to be replaced. New cts jacks on both instruments and the audio input/output rca jack on both were switched to more popular connections. Cables to connect both of these instruments together will be included. Too much to list everything. ” Link

“Incredible vintage synthesizer for sale! Everything is in perfect working order, and the physical condition is in great shape. I’ve owned this synthesizer for the past 10 years and have never run into any problems. There are two small tears in outer cord covering, but no raw wire exposed. Please see pictures.” Link

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